Lead Classified Cybersecurity Analyst (TS/SCI) – On-Site

Northrop Grumman Corp.

Virginia (MN)

On-site

USD 114,000 - 171,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Flexible work arrangements

Health insurance

9/80 work schedule

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Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst (ISSO) to support information systems lifecycle activities on-site at our Dulles, VA location. The role requires top secret clearance with SCI access and hands-on cybersecurity program leadership across audits, continuous monitoring, and A&A processes.

Ideal candidates hold TS/SCI with SAP access, CISSP or equivalent, and RMF/NIST experience.

Qualifications

Master's degree with 3 years of relevant technical experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant technical experience; OR an Associate's degree with 7 years of relevant technical experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of relevant technical experience is required
Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM level I certification or higher
Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include SCI access level eligibility based a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered
Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field with 7 years of ISSO/ISSM experience in classified environment
CISSP
Experience in cybersecurity compliance (ex. Assessment & Authorization under RMF)
Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP
Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs
Current TS/SCI with SAP access and a CI-Polygraph

Responsibilities

Manage the cybersecurity program of all assigned information systems and execute all cybersecurity-related tasks
Conduct and lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls and configurations, to enhance operational efficiencies of the information system security posture
Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy
Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards
Drive the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities
Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A). This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits
Lead the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports
Document the results of A&A activities, and inspection activities, along with any technical or corrective actions and work collectively with the security team to submit responses to the appropriate cognizant authority
Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation (System Security Plan, Risk Acceptance Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, Plan of Action and Milestones, etc.) for review and approval